OBITUARIES

Carolyn Jean Marshall

Carolyn Jean Marshall

May 27, 2026

Carolyn J. Marshall, known affectionately as Jeannie, peacefully passed away, reuniting at last with her beloved husband Melvin Marshall, who had awaited her since 1991. Together in life since their marriage in Gary, Indiana, in 1971, their enduring bond remains a testament to true love.

For 35 cherished years, Jeannie made her home in East Monticello, where she nurtured a profound...

Brenda Jean Kelsey-Hammock

Brenda Jean Kelsey-Hammock

May 27, 2026

Brenda Jean Hammock, age 69, of Indianapolis Indiana passed away peacefully on May 27th 2026.

Born October 31st, 1956, Brenda spent her life in Indianapolis Indiana where she built a life centered around family, hard work, and love.

Brenda dedicated more than 30 years of her life as a school bus driver- a career that reflected her caring nature and commitment to...

Marjorie Ellen Gilmour

Marjorie Ellen Gilmour

May 27, 2026

Marjorie Gilmour took her final bow on May 27, 2026 leaving behind a beautiful legacy of laughter, legendary baked goods, and a family tree large enough to populate a small island. Known for her quick mind and bright sense of humor, Marjorie kept everyone fiercely on their toes and filled the lives of those around her with immense joy.

Marjorie was...

David Allen

David Allen

May 27, 2026

We gather here, with heavy hearts and a touch of that hard-earned pride, to remember David Wayne Allen, or as many called him, “Spanky.” Born on the 12th day of May in the year 1969, Spanky was a man crafted from the fabric of hard work and unyielding spirit. He left this world on May 27, 2026, but his legacy...

Charles Rinehart Johnson, Sr.

Charles Rinehart Johnson, Sr.

May 26, 2026

Charles Rinehart Johnson, Sr., 84, died after a long illness on May 26, 2026, at home surrounded by his family. He was born on June 17, 1941, in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, the son of Rollin Post Johnson, Sr. and Sara Mildred Johnson (Rinehart), both having preceded him in death.

Charlie graduated from Linsly Military Institute while being active in the Navy Reserve....

Ralphie Lee Lay

Ralphie Lee Lay

May 26, 2026

Ralphie Lee Lay, 58, of Indianapolis, passed away on May 26, 2026. He was born on December 29, 1967.

Ralphie's life was marked by challenges that many could scarcely imagine, yet he met them with remarkable strength and determination. For more than five decades, he faced each day with a resilience that inspired those around him. His journey was not always...

Molly Woods

Molly Woods

May 26, 2026

Molly E. Woods, born on a crisp November day in 1962, danced through life with a heart as wide and welcoming as the open sky she so adored. She slipped peacefully from this world on May 26, 2026, leaving behind a legacy wrapped in sunshine, laughter, and the sweet serenade of Willie Nelson tunes that forever echoed her free-spirited soul.

Molly...

Peggy Jane Neal

Peggy Jane Neal

May 25, 2026

Peggy Jane (Taps) Neal May 25, 2026. “I ‘bumped’ into clay in June of 1994, and that accidental meeting was pure magic. I have dabbed in art since I was old enough to sit up and take notice of things … even earned my keep in the commercial art field … but never took the muse on my shoulder seriously...

Peggy Jane Neal

Peggy Jane Neal

May 25, 2026

Ruell Peggy Jane (Taps) Neal May 25, 2026. “I ‘bumped’ into clay in June of 1994, and that accidental meeting was pure magic. I have dabbed in art since I was old enough to sit up and take notice of things … even earned my keep in the commercial art field … but never took the muse on my shoulder...

Willa Elizabeth Pope

Willa Elizabeth Pope

May 25, 2026

Willa Elizabeth Pope of Indianapolis passed away peacefully at home on May 25, 2026, at the age of 96. Born on July 6th, 1929, in Indianapolis, Indiana, she was the youngest of sixteen children born to the late Bradley and Alice Esters.

Willa graduated from Crispus Attucks High School before earning a Bachelor's degree in elementary education from Indiana Central University,...

Sandra Cordier Zimmerman

Sandra Cordier Zimmerman

May 25, 2026

Sandra Cordier Zimmerman passed away May 25, 2026 after nearly four years in long term care. Sandy was born September 12, 1943 in Akron, Ohio to Merl and Faye (Minser) Cordier and grew up in Mogadore, Ohio. She graduated from Mogadore High School and attended Manchester College in North Manchester, Indiana. She married Gerald (Jerry) Zimmerman in 1964. After college...

Connie Presley

Connie Presley

May 25, 2026

Connie (Jeffries) Presley, of Greencastle, IN and the Van Bibber Lake Community passed away on May 25, 2026, at the age of 78. Born on March 16, 1948, in Greensburg, Kentucky, Connie lived a life characterized by her caring and loving nature, with a spunky spirit that touched all who knew her.

Connie was a devoted wife, having shared over 53...

Mary Elizabeth Cain

Mary Elizabeth Cain

May 24, 2026

Mary Elizabeth Corbett Cain, age 78, of Carmel, IN, passed away peacefully on the morning of Sunday, May 24, 2026. Mary was born in Marion, IN to James Corbett and Mary “Bobbie” Naber on February 5, 1948.

Mary attended St. Paul Catholic school until 8th grade and graduated from Bennett High School in 1966. She made endearing friendships with her classmates...

Sarah Anne McNabb

Sarah Anne McNabb

May 24, 2026

Sarah McNabb, 88, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and devotion that touched countless lives.  Born to Wayne F. and Mary E. Burke (née Shields), Sarah grew up with a heart for others that would define her entire life. On July 9, 1960, she married the love of her life, Dan—her Danny—beginning...

John Joseph Doyle

John Joseph Doyle

May 23, 2026

John Joseph Doyle, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2026.

John was born on November 24, 1945, in Beaver, Pennsylvania, to William R. Doyle and Mary L. Doyle. He later moved to Minnesota, where he graduated from Greenway High School in Coleraine in 1963.

John shared nearly 60 wonderful years of marriage with the love of...

Artiemisha Leola Powell

Artiemisha Leola Powell

May 23, 2026

Artiemisha L. Powell, known to family and friends as “Mickie,” passed away on May 23, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Mickie was born on October 8, 1950, to the late William Henry Ingram Sr. and Laura LaVada Louise Myers Ingram.

Mickie was preceded in death by her husband, John L. Powell; her brothers Ernest Kelly, Donald Myers, Harry Minor, William Ingram Jr.,...

Stephen Louis Rebic

Stephen Louis Rebic

May 23, 2026

Stephen Louis Rebic, 77, of Fishers, went home to be with the Lord May 23, 2026.

He is preceded in death by his father Robert Rebic, mother, Barbara Rebic, as well as his sister Cathy and brother Bobby and his favorite dog, Sam.

Steve was born in Indianapolis and spent his formative years between Indiana and St Petersburg, Florida; which cemented a...

Malena Esta Badman

Malena Esta Badman

May 22, 2026

The beautiful soul of Malena Esta Badman quietly and peacefully left this Earth on a cloudy Friday morning May 22, 2026, in Indianapolis, after a courageous and brave four-year battle with Frontal Temporal Disorder. Malena was decidedly too young at 54 years of age. Malena was a vivacious, tenacious, intelligent and beautiful human being. Her unique character was a blend...

Jordan Anthony Gattis

Jordan Anthony Gattis

May 22, 2026

Jordan Anthony Gattis, age 32, of Noblesville, Indiana was born on April 21, 1994 in Whittier, California to John and Jody Gattis. He passed on May 22nd, 2026.

Jordan was a graduate of Westfield High School. He loved to hear stories and often made some of his own. Some of his other hobbies included fishing, listening to music, working on puzzles,...

Michael Leroy Hullinger

Michael Leroy Hullinger

May 22, 2026

Michael Leroy Hullinger, 68, who recently moved from Marion to Hartford City, Indiana, died suddenly on Friday, May 22, after several days in the Cardiac Care Unit at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. 

Michael was born on January 16, 1958, the first child to his parents Mildred and Otto “Bud” Hullinger, in Marion, Indiana. He was a beautiful baby...